Chittorgarh - Historical Place

Chittorgarh is the well-known city of Rajasthan State, India.
Some other names of the city are Chittor, Chittaurgarh or Chittaur. Rajputs from
Rajasthan are famous throughout the world. The empire of Rajputs created
Chittaur as the capital city of Mewar in ancient period. The city is located near
two rivers Gambhiri and Berach. History is having great value of Chittorgarh
because of braveness of kings, queens and children of the city in ancient time.
Queen Padmini and Queen Karnavati are two world famous names of great Indian female
warriors. These both queens fought for their kingdom in Chittor. Gora and Badal were two great worriers fought
against Allaudin Khalji in 1303 AD. Some more great fighters got huge
popularity in history is Jaimal and Phata. They did the war with the Mugal’s in
1568 AD. The bravery of these worrier impressed Mugal Emperor Akbar. Akbar
installed the statues of Jaimal and Phata in Agra fort. Meera the devotee of
Lord Krishna was also from this city.

This legendary city is known for Asia’s big fort constructed
by Rajput Rulers. People want to learn Indian history should visit this Indian tourist
place. The daring, valor and sacrifice of Chittorgarh rulers made the city
special than any other place of India. Countless legends from the city made
history particularly for their Rajput Empire.

Main tourist places in Chittorgarh involve the Chittorgarh
Fort, tower of success known as Vijay Stambh, tower of renown known as Kirti
Stambh, Rana Kumbha's Mahal, Rani Padmini's Mahal, temple of Kalika Mata, and Museum.

Chittorgarh Castle (Killa/Fort): The biggest fort of Asia is
situated in Chittorgarh, which is the sign of the Rajput bravery and ultimate sacrifices.
The fort is constructed at good height of 180 meter from the ground level. The
high hard rock hills of Rajasthan are really difficult to break, but Rajput
rulers broke these hills and created historical fort with solid stones. To approach
the Chittorgarh Fort travelers have to cross 1 km zigzag road on the hill. There
are 7 gates to enter the main entrance Rampol. The Fort covers 700 acres land
and construction was done by Maurya’s in the seventh century AD. Some people
believe that the fort was constructed by Pandava’s. Rajput’s great warriors Maharana
Pratap, Gora, Rana, Badal, Kumbha, Jaimal, Patta, and some more played vital
role to save the city from external attacks.

Tower of success (Vijay Stambh): the tower constructed by
Maharana Kumbha is famous as tower of victory. The tower was constructed after
the win of war against Mahmud Khilji. This tower is 37 meter high with 9 stores.

Tower of Fame (Kirti Stambh): this is another tower
dedicated to the first Jain Teerthankar Adinath. This must visit spot of Chittorgarh
is having narrow stairway.

Rana Kumbha Mahal: this impressive huge monument is constructed
inside the Fort of Chittorgarh. Rana Kumbha was the very good architect and he
loves the creation of various designed buildings. This palace was the best
example of Rana’s creation, though the palace played some important roles
during in history of Chittorgarh. Queen Padmini committed sacrifice at this
palace just to protect her honor.

Padmini Mahal: this is the palace constructed next to amazing
lotus pool in fort. The ruler Alauddin Khilji first saw the reflection of Rani Padmini
at this lotus pool. He got very impressed by the appearance of Rahi. Khilji
decided to possess the Rani Padmini at any cost. However, such thing his army
applied on local ladies as well which increased the mass suicide of females in
the Chittorgarh fort.

Kalika Mata Shrine: constructed as Sun Temple is another
tourist place in Chittorgarh. This temple was constructed in eighth century
dedicated to Kalika Mata.